26 Methods to Disempower the MAGA Cult
(20)26 Methods to Disempower the MAGA Cult
By Cate Rees-Hessel
- I will not lose hope. I will be always faithful, no matter what is happening in our nation. * “The sun will come out tomorrow, come what may. Tomorrow is only a day away.”
- I will stand up for what is right, I will not flinch. I will not engage in arguments with the MAGA crowd; understanding the MAGA mentality is hard as a rock.
- I will not be a victim of MAGA shock and awe tactics. My work is more important than being deterred by the “emergency” of the moment.
- I will not take God’s word out of context despite what the red caps say or do.
- I will stand up for human rights, women’s rights, children’s rights, animal rights and LBGTQ rights, not allowing prejudice or bigotry to color my opinions.
- I will run away from racism while standing firmly against it.
- I will prioritize self care. I must be strong and healthy for those who need my care and support.
- I will remember it’s okay to not be ok.
- I will not waste time on stupidity.
- I will love my neighbor as myself.
- I will not cave to bullying.
- I will stand firm in my beliefs system.
- I will not compromise what I know is right.
- I will remain empowered in the face of adversity.
- I will embrace my relationships and gain strength from them.
- I will step back from social media when I need to.
- I will laugh because it is the best medicine for mental well being; and its free.
- I will take mental health days to rejuvenate and soothe my weary soul.
- I will intentionally avoid stress whenever I can.
- I will eat healthy and exercise.
- I will spend quality time with family, pets and friends.
- I will give myself permission to chill out and relax.
- I will drink hot chocolate, mocha latte, Kahlua, wine spritzers, mimosas, milkshakes, tea slushies, or even a soft drink on ice when needed to lift my spirits.
- I will practice my faith and trust in God in my own way and take my time without apologies.
- I will allow myself an occasional guilty pleasure. Brandy truffles anyone?
- I will take a walk on the beach and breathe deeply.
*Quote from the play, “Annie.”
